The Bald and the Beautiful with Trixie and Katya The Exceptionally Erudite Courtney Act (Part 2) with Katya
Aug 29, 2023
"The Exceptionally Erudite Courtney Act (Part 2) with Katya": The incredibly fabulous Courtney Act and Katya continue their conversation about the evolving definition of femininity, the wonders of meditation, and the numerous downsides of child literacy. They touch on topics like masculinity in sports, equal opportunities, intense dance training, vipassana meditation, and puns with Courtney Act. Don't miss their appreciation for Courtney and a tour of her home!
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Drag As Cultural Appropriation
- Courtney described a pilot show in Australia where straight men wore drag and it felt like cultural appropriation of her identity.
- She contrasted that with her desire to explore masculinity authentically by learning from sports stars in a proposed show.
Drag Shifts Gay Men's Femininity
- Courtney linked Drag Race and queer culture to a wider acceptance of feminine presentation among gay men.
- She observed that drag influenced straight and gay performers to blend masculinity and femininity in new ways.
Unapologetic Queer Performance
- Courtney and the hosts discussed how modern queer artists are unapologetic and explicit, contrasting with prior eras' innuendo.
- She recalled performing provocative songs at Sydney World Pride with sign language interpreters on stage.